2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 686 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
