2005 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Civic | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
