2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Solara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2437 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
