2010 Kia Magentis vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2010 Kia Magentis and 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 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 109 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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Magentis | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Magentis | Sonata |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |