2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Aveo and 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Aveo | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
