2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 147 kg more 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Lacetti | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1035 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
