2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 339 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
