2004 ZAZ Wagon vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 857 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 ZAZ Wagon | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | ZAZ | Kia |
| Model | Wagon | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
