2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 113 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.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Lacetti | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |