2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lacetti | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
