2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Xsara | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
