1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 61 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Xsara | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
