2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2006 Kia Magentis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
