2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 951 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | GTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
