2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Ford F-250
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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 890 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 F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5408 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |
