2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 601 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 Volvo V70 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Lanos | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
