2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 570 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Aveo | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |