2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz and 2005 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 185 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 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Matiz has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Matiz | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |