2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2005 Kia Magentis (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
