2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Nissan Tiida were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 503 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 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Matiz | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
