2005 Citroen C vs. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2005 Citroen C (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2009 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
