2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 132 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
