2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 378 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Aveo 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Aveo Corvette
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 6998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 103 HP 506 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 637 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 104.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 101.6 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1073 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 68 L


 

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