2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 61 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 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lacetti | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |