2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Aveo | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
| 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 | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
