2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 248 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Aveo | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |