2001 Kia Visto vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto.
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, 2006 Kia Magentis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Visto | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
