2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. 2002 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Seat | Daewoo |
| Model | Alhambra | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
