1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Magentis. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Astro | Magentis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |