2010 Kia Magentis vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2010 Kia Magentis and 2010 Nissan Versa 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 16 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Magentis | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | Versa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1222 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
