2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (106 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2007 Ford Ranger. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (143 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
