1997 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A4 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
