2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Honda Insight
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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 696 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Aveo | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |