2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Magnus | Soul |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |