2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 557 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
