2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 351 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.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Magnus | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
