2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2009 Kia Magentis and 2005 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Magentis | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
