2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Daewoo Magnus were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. 2002 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
Model | 156 | Magnus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |