2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
