2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2001 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 426 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Aveo | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |