2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C2 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
