2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
