2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2009 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Lacetti 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Lacetti Pathfinder
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1399 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1245 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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