2009 Kia Magentis vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 467 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Magentis | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
