2012 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lacetti | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
