1996 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 525 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 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | BMW | Daewoo |
Model | 525 | Lanos |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 48 L |