2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 565 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. 2005 Toyota Camry 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. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Lanos | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
