2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 243 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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Lanos | Sentra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |