2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 995 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Daewoo Lacetti has manual transmission. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Touareg | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
