2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 718 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 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Matiz | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
