2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Daewoo Lacetti and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Daewoo Lacetti and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata are equipped with a 1,798 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 78 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
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2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Lacetti | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |