2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 811 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 2011 Ford Taurus 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. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
