2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,497 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1520 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
