2003 Honda Logo vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 662 kg more than 2003 Honda Logo. 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, 2009 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Logo | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Logo | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
