2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 948 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Aveo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
