2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Aveo | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2435 cc |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |