2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. 2002 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Magnus | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
