2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Daewoo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Lacetti | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
