2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Matiz and 2007 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 542 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 C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 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 C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Matiz | C4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 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 | 795 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
