2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Matiz and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 595 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 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Matiz | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |