2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix. 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |