2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Fiat Strada. 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, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2004 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | Strada | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
