2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Rio 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 Rio | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
