2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1307 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
