2003 Rover 45 vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, both 2003 Rover 45 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 (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Rover 45. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45. 2003 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 45 | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Rover | Daewoo |
Model | 45 | Magnus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |