2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 48 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.
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 Xsara (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Xsara | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
