2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. Both 2005 Chevrolet Aveo and 1996 Kia Avella are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
