2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Magentis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |