2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2007 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis.
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 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
