2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
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2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Matiz | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |