2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 43 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Nissan | Daewoo |
| Model | Altima | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
