2006 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2006 Kia Magentis and 2006 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Magentis. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Magentis | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Magentis | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |