2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Matiz and 2007 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 365 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
