2010 Kia Magentis vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Magentis | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Kia | Ferrari |
Model | Magentis | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |