2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2007 Nissan Micra 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 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lacetti | Micra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |