2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Aveo | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |