2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 1035 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 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
