2009 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Lacetti | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Lacetti | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |