2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 114 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour.
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 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 1995 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Magnus | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
