2010 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. Both 2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2013 Kia RIO are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 24 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.
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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | RIO |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3919 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1679 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
