2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 85 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, 2004 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Daewoo | MG |
| Model | Lanos | ZS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
