2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 497 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Lanos | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
