2010 Kia Magentis vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 660 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Magentis | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Magentis | Exige |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |