2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 910 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2006 Kia Magentis (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Prizm | Magentis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |