2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 555 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 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Matiz | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |