2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 310 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Aveo | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |