2001 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Magnus | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Magnus | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
