2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 111 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 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 2008 Mazda 6
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Lacetti 6
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1399 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 211 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 9.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1245 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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