2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Lacetti | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |