2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 2010 Audi A1 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Audi A1.
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 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Vivant | A1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
