2012 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Colorado and 2012 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (155 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 46 L |
