2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Aveo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |
