2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. 2001 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A8 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
