2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Audi A3 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. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Lacetti | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |