2010 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2010 Infiniti M 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M 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 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis. 2010 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Infiniti M | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | M | Magentis |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |