2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2003 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 2003 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Matiz | Lanos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
