2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Aveo and 2004 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
