2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa.
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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Aveo | Previa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2900 mm |