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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream.
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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis. 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 | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1428 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |