2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
