2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 292 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.
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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lanos | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
