2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Accent (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Lanos | Accent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
