2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti

To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C5 2004 Daewoo Lacetti
Make Citroen Daewoo
Model C5 Lacetti
Year Released 2002 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L