2004 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 952 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 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Magnus | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magnus | T5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
