2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Daewoo | GMC |
| Model | Magnus | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
