1994 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Kia Magentis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 308 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Magentis (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
