2005 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2005 Honda Stream 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. 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, 2005 Kia Magentis (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Stream | Magentis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |