2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 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 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 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 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Daihatsu Charade 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. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lanos | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 36 L |
