2007 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Magentis
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 238 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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