2001 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 95 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Magentis | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
