2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra 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 16 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 231 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astra | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
