2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Magentis | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Magentis | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |