2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 510 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.
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 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
