2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
Model | Golf | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |