2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
