2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 230 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lacetti | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
