2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Matiz would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Matiz | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
