2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Aveo | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
