2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Lacetti | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
