2008 Kia Magentis vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Magentis | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Magentis | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
