2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 507 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lanos | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
