2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Aveo | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
