2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Lanos | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
