2006 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. 2000 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A3 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
