2010 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lacetti | 2 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1035 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 |
