2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 252 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Lacetti | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
