2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
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 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
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2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Matiz | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |