2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Prizm | Lanos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |