2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2009 Kia Magentis and 2009 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 47 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 2009 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Kia | Panoz |
Model | Magentis | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |