2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 2006 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
