2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
