2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 231 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Aveo Golf
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 12.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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