2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1205 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 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lanos | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
