2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2007 Tata Safari were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 432 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Magentis | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Magentis | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |