2011 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aveo | Citi |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1709 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
