2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
