2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 810 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. 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 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Polo | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
