2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2007 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Matiz and 2007 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 495 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 Fiat Doblo (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 2007 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Matiz | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
