2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
