2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Daewoo |
| Model | D8 | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
