2011 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MPV weights approximately 555 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | MPV |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3919 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1679 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
