2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1700 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Excursion | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
