2001 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Lanos | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Lanos | V50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |