2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 2012 Acura TL 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. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Daewoo | Acura |
Model | Lanos | TL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |