2000 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 262 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 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Magnus | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Magnus | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
