2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Avensis and 2005 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avensis | Magentis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |