2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Matiz and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 367 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 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Matiz | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |