2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Kia Magentis.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Magentis | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
