2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LFA | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Lexus | Daewoo |
| Model | LFA | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
