2002 Honda Life vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus

To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Life 2003 Daewoo Magnus
Make Honda Daewoo
Model Life Magnus
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1450 mm


 

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