2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 352 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C5 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
