2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lacetti | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
