2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Lanos and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 454 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lanos | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
