2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Aveo and 2005 Morgan Plus 8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 2005 Morgan Plus 8. 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Aveo | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |