2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 280 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Aveo | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
