2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lanos | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |
