2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Aveo | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |