2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Aveo | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
