2000 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 656 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Magnus | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Magnus | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
