2008 Ford Edge vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Edge | Magentis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |