2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 533 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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lacetti | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1255 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
