2004 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Magnus | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Magnus | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
