2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 820 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 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Lacetti has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lacetti | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
