2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 677 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Magentis | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
