1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 1999 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
