2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 239 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Cavalier | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
