2003 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 97 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Forester | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Subaru | Daewoo |
| Model | Forester | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
