2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2007 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Magentis | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Magentis | Antara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |