2011 Volvo S60 vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
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, 2011 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Volvo | Daewoo |
| Model | S60 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
