2005 Kia Magentis vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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. 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 819 kg more than 2005 Kia Magentis.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Magentis | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magentis | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
