2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 717 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Aveo | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
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 | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |