2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 478 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Aveo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
