2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 577 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.

Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Sorento 2007 Kia Magentis
Make Kia Kia
Model Sorento Magentis
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 168 km/hour 208 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.8 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2065 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 62 L


 

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