2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (175 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 200 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 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Aveo | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
