2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Kia | Daewoo |
Model | Sorento | Magnus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |