2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Magentis | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |