2004 Saturn L vs. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti

To start off, both 2004 Saturn L and 2004 Daewoo Lacetti were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 285 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Saturn L 2004 Daewoo Lacetti
Make Saturn Daewoo
Model L Lacetti
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 81.5 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 60 L


 

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