2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 781 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 17.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 141 L |
