2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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 Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
