2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 909 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 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Matiz | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |