2011 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Yaris | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1689 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
