2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,497 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1329 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 32 L |
