2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Impala | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
