2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Daewoo Lanos and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 420 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 Renault Megane (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. 2003 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Lanos | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
