1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2002 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2002 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. 2002 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 1999 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2002 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Lanos | Durango |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
