2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Aveo 2006 Toyota Tacoma
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Aveo Tacoma
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 2701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 79 L


 

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