2007 Kia Magentis vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Magentis | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
