2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 576 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Acadia | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
