2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 88 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mini |
| Model | Lanos | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
