2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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, 2004 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Taurus | Magnus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |