2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 715 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 Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Matiz | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |