2005 Kia Optima vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2005 Kia Optima and 2005 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Optima | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Optima | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
