2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Aveo | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
