2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 559 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
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2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Lacetti | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |