2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 325 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
