2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
