2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 4 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magnus | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
