2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1595 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
