2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Lacetti and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 390 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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Lacetti | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
