2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 390 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lacetti | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
