2008 Kia Magentis vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Magentis | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
