2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Aveo | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
