2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Malibu | Magentis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |