2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
