2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
