2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 161 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Lanos | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
