2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 396 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Magentis | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
