2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
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 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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.
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2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Cruze | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |