2008 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Magentis | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Magentis | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
