2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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 Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Magentis | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
