1999 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
