2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 113 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Aveo | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |