2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Highlander | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
