2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
