1997 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Avensis | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
