2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 509 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 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Magnus | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
