2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Matiz | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
