2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 998 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Aveo | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |