2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW.
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, 2005 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Aveo | LW |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |