2010 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 6 kg more 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lacetti | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
