2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Element | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
