2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 849 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alero | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
