2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe 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 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Daewoo | Smart |
| Model | Lanos | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 33 L |
