2005 Honda Logo 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 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Logo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. 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 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Logo has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Logo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Logo | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
