2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Scion xB 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xB weights approximately 363 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 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2011 Scion xB | |
| Make | Daewoo | Scion |
| Model | Lanos | xB |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
