2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
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 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Lanos | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |