2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 224 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lanos | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
