2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 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 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Matiz | Colt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |