2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Daewoo |
| Model | Guara | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
