2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 472 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Proudia | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
