2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 197 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Impreza | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
