2001 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 2 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 316 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Magnus | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Daewoo | Rover |
| Model | Magnus | City |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
