1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 10 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1297 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lanos | Citi |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
