2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Daihatsu Terios were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
