2007 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Outback Sport | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
