2004 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Magnus | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Magnus | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
