2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lacetti | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |