2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lacetti | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
