2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Matiz and 2006 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 525 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Matiz | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |