2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magentis | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
