2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 420 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.

Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Matiz 2009 Porsche Cayenne
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Matiz Cayenne
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 4806 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 399 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 151 km/hour 253 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.1 seconds 6.1 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 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 15.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 100 L


 

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