2003 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 2005 Toyota Caldina 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. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Magnus | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Magnus | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
