2011 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, both 2011 Acura RDX and 2011 Chevrolet Matiz were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 923 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Matiz has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Acura RDX | 2011 Chevrolet Matiz | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RDX | Matiz |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |