2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
