2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 589 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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Matiz | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |