2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.

Because 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daewoo Lacetti 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Daewoo Mazda
Model Lacetti MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3995 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2329 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 48 L