2005 Kia Magentis vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Magentis | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Magentis | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |