2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2008 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 740 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 2008 Chrysler 300 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. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Aveo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
