2012 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Colorado and 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 445 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
