2008 Acura RL vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Acura | Daewoo |
| Model | RL | Lanos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 48 L |
