2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Matiz and 2006 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1367 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Matiz | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
