2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
