2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Because 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 2007 Mazda Drifter. 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lacetti | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
