2005 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
