2010 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 2 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Lacetti | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
