2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 631 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.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C5 | Lanos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
