2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lanos | A |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
