2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 328 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
