2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz and 2005 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 305 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 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
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2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Matiz | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 18.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |