2005 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2005 Kia Magentis and 2005 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 628 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Magentis | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Magentis | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |