2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Scion xB were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Scion xB weights approximately 227 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 Scion xB (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (143 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Scion xB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Aveo | xB |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |