2009 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 697 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Lacetti | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lacetti | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
