1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus

To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 2003 Daewoo Magnus
Make Subaru Daewoo
Model Legacy Magnus
Year Released 1994 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm


 

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