2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Aveo | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |