2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2010 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 168 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Lancer | Magentis |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |