2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 BMW 520.
Because 2005 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Aveo | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |