2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |