2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 124 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Aveo | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
