2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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, 2005 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Acura CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Aveo | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
