2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Nubira | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
