2002 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2005 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A3 | Lanos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
