2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 87 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 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Nissan | Daewoo |
| Model | Armada | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
