2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1283 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 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Daewoo | Lexus |
Model | Lanos | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 84 L |