2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
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2009 Kia Magentis | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Magentis | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |