2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 375 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 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 2004 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lanos | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
