2010 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2010 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Aveo | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3919 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1679 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |