2008 Kia Magentis vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Magentis | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Magentis | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |