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 |
