1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 1999 Daewoo Leganza and 1999 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V has automatic transmission and 1999 Daewoo Leganza has manual transmission. 1999 Daewoo Leganza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Leganza | V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
