2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daewoo |
| Model | 300 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
