2005 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Kia Magentis and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Magentis | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magentis | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
