2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Kia Optima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Optima (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 2007 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Aveo | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |