2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Matiz and 2006 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 203 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 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. 2006 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Matiz has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Matiz | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |