2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Audi |
| Model | Magnus | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
