2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda City weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2001 Honda City | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
