2005 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Magentis would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Magentis | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | Interstar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
