2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Lanos | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| 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 | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
