2011 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Aveo and 2011 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Audi S3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Aveo | S3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1709 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |