2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 726 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 Volvo S60 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. 2008 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Matiz has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Matiz | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |