2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 152 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. 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 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. 2011 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. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Cruze | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 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 Weight | 1407 kg | 1255 kg |
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 |