2010 Kia Magentis vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 463 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Magentis 2013 Honda Ridgeline
Make Kia Honda
Model Magentis Ridgeline
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 5255 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1808 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 83 L


 

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