2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti

To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and 2012 Daewoo Lacetti were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP) has 318 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 612 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 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
Make Chevrolet Daewoo
Model Camaro Lacetti
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 426 HP 108 HP
Torque 569 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1867 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4836 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1918 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1389 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2852 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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