2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
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2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Lacetti | AZ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |