2007 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Magnus has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Magnus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A8 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
