2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz and 2005 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc, 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 580 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 Citroen C5 (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Matiz | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1375 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
