2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 220 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 Opel Astra (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Lanos | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
