2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 67 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Puma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
