2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis.
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, 2007 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis. 2008 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | FR-V | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
