2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2007 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Matiz and 2007 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C1 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 2007 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Matiz | C1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
