2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 128 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 Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Lacetti | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |