2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Because 2006 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. 2006 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Aveo | 630 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
