2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 337 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Aveo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2696 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
