2004 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 578 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Vauxhall Monaro | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Vauxhall | Daewoo |
Model | Monaro | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |