2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 452 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Magnus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
