2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 789 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. 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 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Aveo | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |