2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 984 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Magnus has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Magnus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Bentley | Daewoo |
| Model | Continental GT | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
