2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Magentis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |