2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
