2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, both 2008 Daewoo Lacetti and 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Because 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Lacetti | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |