1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Sentra 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 275 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.
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 Nissan Sentra (245 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Lanos | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
