2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Matiz and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 822 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 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Matiz | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
