2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2006 Kia Magentis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. 2006 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sebring | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
