2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 636 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. 2010 Hyundai Azera 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. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Lanos | Azera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
