2004 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daewoo |
| Model | Magna | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
