2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Matiz would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
