2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1024 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |
