2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sonata | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
