2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 362 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
