2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1163 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 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
