2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
