2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus

To start off, both 2003 Citroen Xsara 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 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Citroen Xsara 2003 Daewoo Magnus
Make Citroen Daewoo
Model Xsara Magnus
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1527 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1246 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm


 

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