2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 566 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
