2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Aveo | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |