2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 374 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 Honda Civic (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
