2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Aveo and 2005 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 65 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 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
