2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.

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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Camry 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Toyota Kia
Model Camry Magentis
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3311 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1352 kg 1478 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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