2001 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. 2003 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Astra | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
