2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 370 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Magnus has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Magnus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Magnus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
