2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lanos | Fox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
