1999 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. 2003 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Forester 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:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Subaru | Daewoo |
| Model | Forester | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
