2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magentis | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
