2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Samsung SM5 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 2002 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Samsung |
| Model | Lanos | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
