2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
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 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Magnus | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
