2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 497 kg more than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Magentis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |