2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Platina weights approximately 290 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, 2005 Nissan Platina (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Platina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Matiz | Platina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
