2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Nissan | Daewoo |
| Model | Frontier | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
