2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |