2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
