2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Daewoo Lacetti were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 125 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
