2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Kia Magentis

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.

Because 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Crossfire 2008 Kia Magentis
Make Chrysler Kia
Model Crossfire Magentis
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 242 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 62 L


 

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