1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lanos | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
