2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 195 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 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
