2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 329 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.
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, 2008 Mazda 3 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
