2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Kia Magentis. 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 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Sonata | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
