2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2003 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, both 2003 Daewoo Lanos and 2003 Hyundai XG 350 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 680 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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Lanos | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
