2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 217 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |