2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Aveo and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 64 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.
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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Aveo | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |