2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Element | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
