2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Titan | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5549 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |