2007 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Citi | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.6 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 | 860 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
