2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 551 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lacetti | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |