2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magnus | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
