2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 Ford C-MAX (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | C-MAX | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
