2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Lanos | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |