2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 228 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, 2009 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Aveo | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |