2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Aveo | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
