2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1116 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Dodge | Daewoo |
| Model | Ram | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
