2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 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 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 532 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 2008 Ford Mondeo 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. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
