1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 336 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Magentis (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
