2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
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, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Magnus | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
