2007 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carens 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. 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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Carens | Magentis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |