2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lacetti | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
