2001 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 234 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Magnus | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Magnus | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
