2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 91 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Aveo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |