2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Chevrolet Aveo (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Aveo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |