2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 794 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
