2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Aveo and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
