2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Silverado | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
