2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daewoo |
| Model | Escalade | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
