2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 93 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cavalier | Fit |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |