2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Magnus and 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daewoo Magnus 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Daewoo Pontiac
Model Magnus Grand Prix
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 200 HP
Torque 181 Nm 312 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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