2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Matiz would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Citi (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
