2006 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Magentis | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magentis | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
