2011 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy 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 37 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 705 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Caddy | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
