2009 Renault Sandero vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Sandero would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Renault Sandero. 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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Sandero | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | Sandero | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 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 | 1111 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
