2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2009 Kia Magentis and 2009 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 52 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.
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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Magentis | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |