2009 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. 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, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Lacetti | 2002 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
