2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matiz | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
