2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Aveo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
