2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Magnus | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
