2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. Both 2009 Daewoo Kalos and 2011 Daewoo Lacetti are equipped with a 1,399 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 427 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Kalos | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
