2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Magentis weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. 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, 2001 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ikon | Magentis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2710 mm |