2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 910 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1668 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
