2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Matiz and 2006 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
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2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Matiz | Panda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |