2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 57 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, 2008 Rover 25 (240 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Aveo | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
