2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 134 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Lanos | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |