2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ridgeline | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
