2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Aveo | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2960 mm |
