2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Aveo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
