2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 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 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daewoo Lanos 2002 Acura CL
Make Daewoo Acura
Model Lanos CL
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1348 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 65 L


 

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