2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 334 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lanos | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
