2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 85 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lanos | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
