2006 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2006 Kia Magentis and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2006 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Magentis | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magentis | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
