2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3309 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
