2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Aveo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
