2002 Infiniti I vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | I | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
