2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (305 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Seicento | Magentis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |