2007 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 637 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Panda 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Fiat Kia
Model Panda Magentis
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 145 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 965 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 62 L


 

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