2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 Morgan Plus 8. 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Aveo | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3946 cc |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |