2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Matiz and 2007 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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 Chevrolet Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Matiz has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Matiz | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |