2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Magentis would be higher. Both 2007 Kia Magentis and 2011 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
