2010 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 655 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Laguna | 2011 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
