2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 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. Both 2004 Chevrolet Aveo and 2012 Proton Gen-2 are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Aveo | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
