1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, both 1998 Daewoo Matiz and 1998 Subaru SVX were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 767 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. 1998 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
Model | Matiz | SVX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |