2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. 2002 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Joice 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 Daewoo Magnus | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Magnus | Joice |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
