2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 615 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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 2006 Opel Vectra 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. 2006 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Lanos | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
