2010 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Sonata and 2010 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis. 2010 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Sonata | Magentis |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |