2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Magentis | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
