2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C5 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
