2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aveo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 398 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
