2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Aveo | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |