2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Lanos | Durango |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 102 L |
