2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Rover 45.
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, 2001 Rover 45 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (114 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Aveo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1206 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
