2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lacetti | C8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
