2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2005 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Magentis | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
