2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2000 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
| Model | D8 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
