2006 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, both 2006 Kia Magentis and 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 118 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2006 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Magentis | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Magentis | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
