2001 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Magnus | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Magnus | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
