2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 322 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Optra | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
