2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis.
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, 2008 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
