2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 455 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 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Matiz | Premacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |