2004 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 913 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lanos | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Lanos | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
