2007 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caddy | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
