2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Subaru | Daewoo |
| Model | Forester | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
