2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 337 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
