2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
