2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
