2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 Bentley Brooklands. 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 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 870 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Brooklands | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |