2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
