2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (143 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2512 mm |
