 Urban agglomerations are characterized by dense populations of vehicles in limited spaces, making it difficult to expand road networks. To improve efficiency, cities must make better use of existing communication systems. Intersection signal control helps ensure maximum safety as well as increased permeability. Real-time management of intersections can be modeled using simulation software such as AIMSUN and MATSim. These programs allow for comparison between the two software tools. This article was authored by Alicia Kalasova, Lubomir Serniki, and Simona Kubikova.