2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
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 GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivant | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
