2010 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 647 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lacetti | Copen |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
