2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 281 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lacetti | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
