2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1268 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
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2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Matiz | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |