2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 288 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.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
