2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Magnus 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight. 2002 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Insight 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 | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Daewoo | Honda |
Model | Magnus | Insight |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |