2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.
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 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Magentis | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |
