2012 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 373 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 SsangYong Kyron | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | SsangYong | Daewoo |
| Model | Kyron | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
