2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Titan | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
