2000 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 988 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Magnus | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Magnus | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
