2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 472 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
