1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 762 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Lanos | Sharan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2919 mm |