2005 Scion xA vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 427 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Scion | Daewoo |
| Model | xA | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
