2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 820 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lanos | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 88 L |
