2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2007 Kia Magentis (230 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Prelude | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Magentis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |