2006 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. 2006 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Maxima | Aveo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1709 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2479 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |