2001 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Magentis | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Magentis | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |