2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Kia Carens

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.

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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 2008 Kia Carens
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Lacetti Carens
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 194 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L