2002 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 726 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight. 2008 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Insight | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Insight | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
