2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 15 kg more 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Magentis | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Magentis | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |