2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Aveo and 2007 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 108 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 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
