2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1998 Ford Versailles
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
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, 1998 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1998 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Versailles |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
