2012 Dodge Journey vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, both 2012 Dodge Journey 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 507 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.
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 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2012 Daewoo Lacetti has manual transmission. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Dodge Journey | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Dodge | Daewoo |
Model | Journey | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 352 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |