2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Matiz and 2006 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 545 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 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Matiz | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 12.2 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 | 775 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |