2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2009 Kia Magentis and 2009 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 413 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Magentis | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |