2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 5 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lacetti | CLC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
