2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. Both 2007 Chevrolet Optra and 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
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 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Optra | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |