2009 BMW 135 vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 135 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
