2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 301 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Magnus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
