2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |