2001 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 5 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 36 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Magnus | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Daewoo | Smart |
| Model | Magnus | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
