1999 Honda City vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Kia Magentis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 538 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2005 Kia Magentis (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | City | Magentis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |