2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Cee'd | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
