2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 172 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
