2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 476 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Aveo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |