2003 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Magnus | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Magnus | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
