2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 115 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 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Matiz | C2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
