2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jetta | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
