2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 174 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, 2002 Mazda 626 (152 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
