2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Aveo | Colorado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |