2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 603 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Magentis | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
