2005 Saturn LW 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 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW.
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 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn LW | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | LW | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
