2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1533 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Aveo | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |