2001 Kia Magentis vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 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, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis.
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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Magentis | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Magentis | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
