2010 Kia Magentis vs. 2010 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, both 2010 Kia Magentis and 2010 Chevrolet Matiz were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 672 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz.
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2010 Kia Magentis | 2010 Chevrolet Matiz | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Magentis | Matiz |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |