2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 241 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Polo | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
