2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
