2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2007 Opel Astra 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 Kia Magentis (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra 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 2007 Opel Astra
Make Kia Opel
Model Magentis Astra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 80.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 179 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.7 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.1 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 52 L


 

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