2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 992 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (301 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lanos | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
