2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto 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 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lanos | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
