2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Aveo | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |