2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Cerato | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
