2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
