2011 Renault Sandero vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Sandero would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Renault Sandero. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Sandero | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | Sandero | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
