2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo

To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A3 Aveo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 207 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1122 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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