2005 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
