2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
