2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2005 Kia Magentis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 692 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.

Because 2000 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Magentis (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige 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:

2000 Lotus Exige 2005 Kia Magentis
Make Lotus Kia
Model Exige Magentis
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 786 kg 1478 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 65 L


 

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