2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
