2004 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 180 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 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Lacetti | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
