2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 23 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Magentis | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |