2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Daewoo Magnus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Magnus has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Magnus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
Model | 166 | Magnus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |