2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2007 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. 2007 Kia Amanti 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. 2007 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lacetti | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
