2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Chevrolet Matiz were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Matiz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14.1 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 | 1335 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |