2004 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lacetti | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
