2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 127 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
