2000 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 645 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 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Magnus | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Magnus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
