2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 572 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Aveo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
