1997 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 1997 Kia Retona and 2004 Daewoo Magnus are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. 2004 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Retona | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
