2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (153 Nm @ 300 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Polo | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 1247 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
