2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lacetti | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
