2007 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 1 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 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | BMW | Daewoo |
Model | 120 | Magnus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |