2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 410 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.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Aveo | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
