2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
