Suzuki Esteem vs. Chevrolet Cavalier
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Suzuki Esteem and Chevrolet Cavalier contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Suzuki Esteem and the Chevrolet Cavalier.
When comparing the Suzuki Esteem's and the Chevrolet Cavalier's specifications and ratings, the Suzuki Esteem has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Suzuki Esteem's and the Chevrolet Cavalier's specifications and ratings, the Suzuki Esteem is a better car than the Chevrolet Cavalier.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Suzuki Esteem’s base engine makes 122 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Cavalier base engine makes 115 horsepower. The Esteem is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 384 miles. The Cavalier is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles.This gives the Suzuki Esteem the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Cavalier the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
13799
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
14675
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
3838
Price Range:
1100 - 6737
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
131975
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Suzuki Esteem Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Cavalier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Suzuki Esteem
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Cavalier
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3156377320354782
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8852445551167114
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Suzuki Esteem Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Cavalier Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Suzuki Esteem Trim Levels
GL, GLX, GLX Plus
Chevrolet Cavalier Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
122 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
117 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
135 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 384 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2271 lbs
Width:
66.1 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
166.3 inches
Wheelbase:
97.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2676 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/70R14
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl 3
Blue
Deep Space Blue Metallic
Green
Grove Green Metallic
Red
Cassis Red Pearl
Silver
Silky Silver Metallic
White
Polar White
Beige
Not available
Gold
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Indigo Blue Metallic
Green
Alpine Green Metallic / Forest Green
Red
Bright Red
Silver
Ultra Silver Metallic
White
Bright White
Beige
Sandrift Metallic
Gold
Mayan Gold Metallic
Interior Colors
Brown
Gray
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Brown
Not available
Beige
Neutral
Gray
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