2001 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 115 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (204 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Lanos | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lanos | 3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
