2005 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, both 2005 BMW 520 and 2005 Daewoo Lacetti were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 520 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 2005 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 520 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
