2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Aveo | Retona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |