2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |