2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,498 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Holden Barina.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Aveo | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1389 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
