2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 92 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 Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Lanos | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |